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Job Description

Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 19-2021.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 94,840.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 45.00
Currently, there are 9,800 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Atmospheric and Space Scientists”.

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Tasks for “Weather Analyst”

Analyze climate data sets, using techniques such as geophysical fluid dynamics, data assimilation, or numerical modeling.
Formulate predictions by interpreting environmental data, such as meteorological, atmospheric, oceanic, paleoclimate, climate, or related information.
Consult with other offices, agencies, professionals, or researchers regarding the use and interpretation of climatological information for weather predictions and warnings.
Measure wind, temperature, and humidity in the upper atmosphere, using weather balloons.
Create visualizations to illustrate historical or future changes in the Earth's climate, using paleoclimate or climate geographic information systems (GIS) databases.
Interpret data, reports, maps, photographs, or charts to predict long- or short-range weather conditions, using computer models and knowledge of climate theory, physics, and mathematics.
Conduct wind assessment, integration, or validation studies.
Conduct numerical simulations of climate conditions to understand and predict global or regional weather patterns.
Collect air samples from planes or ships over land or sea to study atmospheric composition.
Perform managerial duties, such as creating work schedules, creating or implementing staff training, matching staff expertise to situations, or analyzing performance of offices.
Teach college-level courses on topics such as atmospheric and space science, meteorology, or global climate change.
Prepare forecasts or briefings to meet the needs of industry, business, government, or other groups.
Direct forecasting services at weather stations or at radio or television broadcasting facilities.
Analyze historical climate information, such as precipitation or temperature records, to help predict future weather or climate trends.
Conduct meteorological research into the processes or determinants of atmospheric phenomena, weather, or climate.
Prepare scientific atmospheric or climate reports, articles, or texts.
Estimate or predict the effects of global warming over time for specific geographic regions.
Design or develop new equipment or methods for meteorological data collection, remote sensing, or related applications.
Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media.
Apply meteorological knowledge to issues such as global warming, pollution control, or ozone depletion.
Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
Prepare weather reports or maps for analysis, distribution, or use in weather broadcasts, using computer graphics.
Gather data from sources such as surface or upper air stations, satellites, weather bureaus, or radar for use in meteorological reports or forecasts.
Research the impact of industrial projects or pollution on climate, air quality, or weather phenomena.

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